TL; Dr.
- All intercity buses operated by Dubai’s RTA now offer free Wi-Fi.
- The service includes the route between Dubai and Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Azman and Fujirah.
- Passengers can connect using phones, laptops or tablets during their journey.
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has added free Wi-Fi to every intercity bus in its network in partnership with telecom company E&A. It consists of 259 buses that run between Dubai and other Emirates, including Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ajman and Phujirah.The new service allows passengers to stay connected during their journey using any Wi-Fi-capable device. Whether for work, personal functions, or general browsing, the Internet is now accessible without additional fees or login.The step comes through a partnership with the Telecom provider e and (east etiasalat) and is part of a broad push for improving digital access to public services. This supports the UAE’s National Digital Government’s strategy, which focuses on making services more connected and adapted to the user.The RTA says that the service will be regularly reviewed and improved to ensure stable and consistent performance in the full intercity network.
What passengers can expect
Intercity bus users will be able to connect to the Internet for free using their smartphones, tablets and laptops while using their smartphones, tablets and laptops, allowing them to be connected to work and other activities and will allow them to browse the Internet in general.
- Check the work email and answer
- Use maps or trip-placing apps
- Stream music or watch video
- Stay in touch with family and friends
- Read news or browse social media
For regular travelers, especially with long riding between cities, using the Internet makes the journey more productive and less tired.
Where Wi-Fi is available
This service is live in all RTA intercity buses between Dubai’s Emirates and other Emirates. The routes include:
- Dubai Shar Sharjah
- Dubai ↔ Abu Dhabi
- Dubai ↔ Ajman
- Dubai ↔ Fujarah
Service coverage is active throughout the journey, although the speed may vary depending on the strength of the location or signal in some remote areas.
comprehensive plan
This step is part of the continuous work of the roads and the Transport Authority, which is to speed up digital upgrade in its services, which aim to serve all parts of the community. It aligns with the UAE’s National Digital Government’s strategy. This simply reflects the dedication of the authority to enhance everyday transport by making the trips more useful and pleasant, while Dubai helps to get closer to its goal of being the most clever and most happy city worldwide.
Committee experience improvement
The RTA stated that the service would be monitored and refined over time. There are also plans to detect similar services for other forms of public transport, including marine transport.This step reflects a broad objective to build a well -associated public transit system that supports everyday needs without adding cost or complexity.Last month, RTA introduced free Wi-Fi at all 43 buses and maritime transport stations in Dubai. Meanwhile, free Wi-Fi is available in many public places across the country, including all Dubai Metro stations, Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoom International Airport.
Fasting
- 1. Is Wi-Fi indeed independent of all?
Yes. You do not need to register or pay anything. Connect your device through Wi-Fi settings while staying in the bus.
- 2. Is service completely reliable?
Wi-Fi works throughout the journey. However, the strength of the signal may slightly fluctuate in some less covered areas.
- 3. Other transport services will also get Wi-Fi in Dubai?
The RTA plans to review this option for other public services including maritime transport, but no exact timeline has been shared yet.
